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Norway

Updated: April 26, 2026 Source: March 20, 2026

Cat & Ferret Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Cats and ferrets must meet Norway/EU rabies rules. Microchip identification is required before rabies vaccination. A minimum 21-day wait applies after primary vaccination before entry. For movements from certain non-listed third countries, a rabies antibody titration test is required in addition to vaccination (see official guidance).

Note: Tapeworm (Echinococcus) treatment requirements in Norway apply to dogs only.

  • Pet must be identified with a microchip before rabies vaccination.
  • Valid rabies vaccination compliant with EU rules; at least 21 days must pass after the primary vaccination before entry.
  • If arriving from a non-listed third country, a rabies antibody titration test (performed at an approved laboratory) is required in addition to vaccination; follow the timing and waiting-period rules in the official guidance.
Certifications
Description:

Cats and ferrets traveling from EU/EEA countries may use a valid EU Pet Passport documenting microchip and rabies vaccination.

  • EU Pet Passport completed by an authorized veterinarian is accepted.
  • Ensure passport includes microchip ID and rabies vaccination details.
Microchip

Pet must be identified with a compliant microchip implanted before rabies vaccination (EU/Norway standard).

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Svalbard to mainland Norway

Special rules apply when traveling with pets from Svalbard to mainland Norway. Review the Norwegian Food Safety Authority guidance before travel.

Interactive checklist

Use the Norwegian Food Safety Authority's interactive guide to confirm requirements for your route and pet.

Import-Specific Links
Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling with dogs, cats and ferrets from EU countries to Norway Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling with dogs, cats and ferrets from third countries and territories to Norway Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Guide: Travelling with pets to Norway
Official Source(s)
Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling with dogs, cats and ferrets from EU countries to Norway Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling with dogs, cats and ferrets from third countries and territories to Norway Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Guide: Travelling with pets to Norway (interactive checklist) Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Mandatory treatment for echinococcosis for dogs imported to Norway Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling to Norway with caged birds, rodents and rabbits Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Travelling to Norway with exotic animals Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Banned dogs Norwegian Food Safety Authority – Traveling with pets from Svalbard to the Norwegian mainland Government of Norway – Travelling with dogs to Norway USDA APHIS – Norway pet travel (U.S. origin)